Educational Technology ED243

“We can't solve problems by using the same kind of thinking we used when we created them.” Albert Einstein

Course Description:This course explores the integration of technology into the classroom teacher’s daily practice. Participants will analyze the impact of technology on edu cation and work to develop a profitable understanding of technology’s place in the 21st century classroom. Participants will develop a working knowledge of productivity applications and web design to effectively plan and administer anedu cationally rich classroom.

1. Students will explore the role of technology in the 21st century classroom. Upon completion of this course, participants will develop an instructional style that integrates technology as a tool for enhanced content delivery, skill development, and student expression. Successful completion of this objective will be evidenced by the creation of a sound Educational Technology Philosophy Statement and accompanying video.

2. Students will increase their technological literacy to streamline lesson planning and classroom administration. Upon completion of this course, participants will achieve a working knowledge of internet resources, productivity application programs and website design techniques to help streamline future duties and improve instruction. Completion of this objective will be evidenced by successfully creating lesson plan templates, graphic organizers, classroom websites, and classroom newsletters.

3. Students will integrate technology into effective lesson plans. Upon completion of this course, participants will create effective, standards-based instruction which integrates technology to improve student learning. Completion of this objective will be evidenced by successfully creating and presenting their presentation lesson plans, Web 2.0 lesson, and project/rubric.

4. Students will communicate effectively with technology. Upon completion of this course, participants will establish effective avenues of communication for students, parents and prospective employers as evidenced by their creation of a workable classroom website, parent newsletter, and digital portfolio.

5. Students will analyze the impact of technology on our students and schools. Upon completion of this course, participants will assess the positive and negative ramifications of the digital revolution upon the lives of their students. Completion of this objective will be evidenced by meaningful classroom discussion of and posts on the assigned topics.